SA net reserves fall
South Africa's net gold and foreign exchange reserves fell to $48.633bn in November from $49.221bn in October.
Congo elections results in 48 hours delay
The delay could add to problems in a vote marred by violence, logistical problems and allegations of fraud.
Firestone, Sekoko funding in-tact
Funding for the Sekoko Resources, Firestone Energy coal project in the Waterberg had not been withdrawn, Firestone Energy said.
Glencore pays R900m for Umcebo Mining
Glencore International extended its participation in the South African coal industry after offering R900m for Umcebo Coal which has annual production of 7.2Mt.
No slow down on mining projects yet says MDM
Worries about the global sovereign debt crisis may have hit commodity prices but they have not yet impacted on projects being undertaken by mining groups.
Xstrata sticks by Lonmin investment
Xstrata said it was unsure how to capture the value in its 25% stake in Lonmin but said it continued to see value in the position.
Minmetals extends Anvil offer
Minmetals Resources has extended its offer for Anvil Mining until January 11, the company said.
Great Basin gains as $150m loan sealed
Ferdi Dippenaar, CEO of Great Basin Gold, says fears over the mining method at its South African mine exacerbated worries it would not secure bank debt.
Anglo OKs $1.7bn Queensland coal project
Anglo American says its board has approved the $1.7bn Grosvenor metallurgical coal project in Queensland, Australia.
Clashes erupt in Congo ahead of vote results
Clashes have erupted between protesters and security forces in parts of Democratic Republic of Congo as diplomats scrambled to defuse tensions ahead of the country's full election results.